Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology enable people in nations all around the world to take online classes. These massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Eliademy to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these significant new open educational ventures. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this expanding demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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